This entire Psalm is very encouraging. It begins by promising that those who dwell in the shelter of the Most High and remain under His shadow, will find refuge in Him. When snares and pestilences come, we are protected under His wings. How do [...]
Matthew 12:31 is a powerful and often misunderstood verse in which Jesus warns that while all kinds of sin and blasphemy can be forgiven, blasphemy against the holy spirit will not be. This statement came in response to the Pharisees accusing Jesus of casting out demons [...]
The prefix “anti” can mean counterfeit or against, but most importantly, it means “in place of.” Hence, willful opposition to Christ by enemies such as the Roman emperor Nero and others were “anti-Christ” activity. However, those who substitute their own methods for Christ’s methods [...]
An adolescent girl is very important. Her simple idealism, faith, hope, and vigor can be a source of encouragement to other believers. She can begin to serve God with her whole being to His glory. Mary was an adolescent when God favored her to [...]
God created the spirit being we know as Satan. The prophet Isaiah indicates he was once known as “Lucifer.” (see Isaiah 14:12 - KJV uses the term “Lucifer”) He calls him “son of the morning,” but other translations (of the Bible) say “star [...]
Yes. In fact, the entire present evil world (Galatians 1:4) is under God’s judgment.Consider the symbolic picture in Revelation 19:11-12, 14-16 (NKJV), 11 “Now I saw heaven opened, and behold, a white horse. And He who sat on him was called Faithful and True, [...]
Hebrews 2:14 (NIV), “Since the children have flesh and blood, he (Jesus) too shared in their humanity so that by his death he might break the power of him who holds the power of death--that is, the devil-’’ How much does Satan have to [...]
Romans 9:11, 14-16, 18 (ESV), 11 “. . . God’s purpose of election might continue, not because of works but because of him who calls-- ... 14 What shall we say then? Is there injustice on God's part? By no means! 15 For he [...]
Several scriptures in Exodus say, “I will harden his heart.” Exodus 4:21 is letting Moses know the outcome of the ten plagues before they even happen. Exodus 7:13 (and 7:22; 9:12,35) says, “He hardened Pharaoh’s heart that he hearkened not unto them, as the [...]
Fellowship means having a friendship with people who share similar interests. Christians share a love for God, Jesus and the Bible, so they have lots in common. Fellowship helps to form a strong relationship with others who want to serve the Lord. [...]
Israel descended from Abraham. God told Abraham to leave his ancestral homeland and go to “the land which I shall show you”. (Genesis 12:1). Abraham did as he was told. However, God also told him that he would NOT own anything in that land, [...]
In John 12, Jesus is trying to prepare his disciples for his upcoming death. He explains that the work he was sent to do as the man Christ Jesus was coming to an end, and for that work to be fruitful, he must die [...]
Use your gift and abilities in God’s service. Romans 12:6-8 (NIV), “We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us. If your gift is prophesying, then prophesy in accordance with your faith; if it is serving, then serve; if it [...]
Jesus’ dear friend Lazarus was very sick. But instead of visiting him right away, he waited until Lazarus had died and been in the tomb for four days (see John 11:17). Why? Because this way the miracle would have the most powerful effect. [...]
The only safe haven in the day of the LORD’s wrath will be to have faith in God. Zephaniah 2:3 (RSV), “Seek the LORD, all you humble of the land, who do his commands; seek righteousness, seek humility; perhaps you may be hidden on [...]
To worship is to show a feeling of love and respect for a supreme being. We worship God because He is our Creator with extraordinary qualities, and, therefore, worthy of our love, respect, and appreciation. Let’s discover why: He is superior [...]
Unconditional love is the love that can do much and demands nothing in return. Human nature, in our present imperfect condition, has trouble loving others when that love is not returned. Yet this love characterizes the very nature of God. The Bible clearly states [...]
Jesus said in John 9:4-5 (NKJV), “I must work the works of Him who sent me while it is day; the night is coming when no one can work. As long as I am in the world, I am the light of the world.”The Greek [...]
Parousia is a Greek word meaning “presence.” (See 2 Corinthians 10:10; Philippians 2:12.) Sadly, many Bible translators have injected their theological, doctrinal biases into their English translations and have used the word “coming” for parousia. However, Thayer’s Greek Lexicon of the Bible accurately gives [...]
Romans 3:21, “But now the righteousness of God without (apart from) the law is manifested, being witnessed by the law and the prophets;” The Gospel was pictured or foreshadowed in the Law. The Law convicted Jews and Gentiles of sin. It pointed to a [...]
